Sony has announced that it is planning to release another pet robot. According to Sony, the pet robot will be a mechanical “pal” for its “Aibo” robot dog.

Sony plans to officially announce the details of the robot and when it will be available on October 12.

JOEL'S OPINION
I haven't heard anything about a pal for “Aibo” yet. I can only imagine that it would be some sort of cat for all of those people out there that aren't too fond of dogs but love the concept of a robotic four-legged friend.

When Aibo was initially released in June 1999, it sold for $2,500 in the United States and sold out in four days. Meanwhile, in Japan Aibo sold out in 20 minutes! My guess is that whatever “pal” Sony releases will be a HUGE hit. And if Sony lowers the price, then it's guaranteed to be a “must have” for the holiday season.

My wife always has trouble buying me a gift because I'm a “gadget geek” and most of the time I already own what I want. Perhaps she should start saving up for Aibo's pal? :)

You Aibo!(8:23am EST Thu Oct 05 2000) The only thing wrong with Aibo, is if he makes you angry, you cant eat him like you can with a real dog. - by KhmerMan

Crazy Carnivore(9:15am EST Thu Oct 05 2000)Well…USUALLY if my dog “F's” up, I give him a harsh look or a spanking (Depending on the severity). But, I guess I have heard worse than eating one's dog.

Don't think you can't get even with AIBO. Pop some off brand batteries into the bastard next time it screws up.

- by poor aibo

I agree…(9:45am EST Thu Oct 05 2000)totally with KhmerMan. After a few years in SE Asia, I became quite fond of BBQ-ed field rat.Although I never (knowingly) had dog, rumor is that black dogs are tastiest. ;-) - by Somtam

ok….(2:46pm EST Thu Oct 05 2000)i am not going to comment on anthing today….cus…well….i dont know if i want to..robGeek? Do you have comment? - by Distempered

heh heh….(6:17pm EST Thu Oct 05 2000)Congratulations, KhmerMan, you've single handedly turned the forum into a dog eating discussion. While the thought of consuming a dog is not exactly appetizing, (:: stops to pet Rover::) I guess it could be worse.

By the way, black dogs are indeed the best….. - by Power Tool

yo(3:11am EST Sun Oct 08 2000)geeks are geeks, they try to be cool - by mike